Yes, it’s still basketball season…

I’m sure everyone out there is all fired up about the bowl game in a few days, but there are some important notes I thought I’d share with you coming from the basketball front.

IU duo still wowing Hoosier fans

Former IU players Earl Calloway and Rod Wilmont are continuing to enjoy success for the NBDL’s Ft. Wayne Mad Ants.

Entering tonight’s game against the Rio Grand Valley Vipers, Calloway was leading the team in scoring with 16.5 a contest. Wilmont was nipping at his heals, second on the team, with an even 15 points a game.

Kelvin Sampson said he talked with the two over the holidays and added he was happy to see them continuing their basketball careers just a few hours north of where they played their college ball.

“I think it’s great that they’re in Indiana,” he said. “Hoosier fans are everywhere and I’m sure that’s helped ticket sales for that franchise having those kids in Fort Wayne. They’re still chasing their dream, as well they should.”Apparently, Calloway’s run-and-gun style is working just fine for the 4-7 Ants.

IU signee Matt Roth continues to inch closer and closer to the Illinois state record for three-pointers.Â According to a story by the Peoria Journal-Star, Roth is only 13 three-pointers away from the mark. He should have plenty of chances this weekend, as he plays four games in the Pelkin Holiday Tournament.